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September 08, 2006

It's Friday, so you know what that means.

[Major John]

Time for the News of Afghanistan

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I Want You...to go read.

Posted at 1822Z

Recycled News

[Soldier's Dad]

via AP

U.S. finds 'torture chambers' in Iraq Associated Press WASHINGTON - The senior commander of U.S. and Iraqi forces in northern Iraq said Friday that a small number of "torture chambers" apparently used for sectarian violence were discovered along the Diyala River.........were found in May or June

Continue reading "Recycled News "

Posted at 1752Z

CFPA.

[John of Argghhh!]

The Chick Fighter Pilots Association. 28,000 hits and climbing.

Posted at 1457Z

Khaki Friday

[Chap]

It Shines For All links to a BBC report that Australians are wearing khaki this Friday in honor of Steve Irwin.

Lucky for me I'll wear khaki to work today. What a coincidence.

When the boat pulled into Brisbane we got the full force of the love and affection the Brisbane Aussies have for us US Navy types. One of these days I'll post about a port visit there--suffice it to say I know people all over the Navy who have lifelong friendships based on visiting Brisbane. Irwin's zoo and refuge was a day trip away from the pier; he and his family always welcomed the sailors in port with VIP tours of the place--for free. His family, like the other folks we met in and around Brisbane, took wonderful care of us sailors.

Posted at 1326Z